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Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act

In committee: it can still change before the session ends.

US S 1303 · Senate Bill · 119th Congress

Stage
In committee
Started in
Senate
Sponsors
5
Latest action
Apr 3, 2025

What it does

The Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act would authorize the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum to be located within the Reserve of the National Mall, overriding certain existing legal restrictions. It requires the Smithsonian’s Board of Regents to notify and coordinate with other federal agencies before designating a site under their jurisdiction and mandates the transfer of administrative control to the Smithsonian upon designation. The bill also establishes requirements for the Museum’s Council to ensure exhibits and programs reflect diverse political viewpoints and authentic experiences of women in the U.S., and requires biennial reports to multiple congressional…

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Where it stands

  1. Introduced (Done)

    Apr 3, 2025

  2. Committee (Current step)

    In committee · Apr 3, 2025

  3. Floor (Not started)

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